David Holtzman, a former military intelligence professional, highlights the vulnerabilities of centralized data systems, citing risks from AI and quantum computing. He suggests decentralization as a solution, using blockchain to add human oversight to AI and quantum-resistant algorithms for data protection. Holtzman warns of the growing power of institutions, urging a shift towards decentralized systems to safeguard privacy and security. Web3 and decentralized AI advocates echo these sentiments, promoting privacy-preserving solutions like zero-knowledge proofs and selective disclosure to protect personal data from corporate control.